Who we are

People create success, which is why we are focused on attracting, inspiring, and rewarding creativity and talent. As a global business, our people come from all over the world and represent different nationalities, educational backgrounds and life experiences. We welcome their unique perspectives, their energy and ideas and their willingness to learn as well as to teach. A commitment to integrity, team work and the pursuit of excellence is at the core of everything we do. We believe you will find at Houghton some of the most interesting challenges in the metalworking industry.

Our Mission

Houghton International is a global specialty chemical company whose employees provide innovative and sustainable technologies and superior services to our customers every day.

Our Vision

To have Houghton International be our customers’ natural and preferred choice for worldwide specialty chemicals and service.

Values

We have a set of values which guide how we do business and conduct ourselves on a daily basis:

• Global team player – diversity, operations, employee driven, sustainability
•  Open Communication – internal employees, external –  marketplace
•  Receptive to change – see the opportunity, break barriers, commit to improvements
•  Customer focused – think from the “outside, in”
•  Results Driven – high performing, profitable
•  Integrity – respect, honesty, accountability, reliability
•  Innovative – pioneering, new and advanced technological solutions
• Environmental, Health and Safety focused – conscious, responsible, “green”, training, certifications, renewable,   environmental stewardship

Career Opportunities

There are a number of different career paths to take, and just as many compelling reasons to join us.

To apply for a role, we request that you apply via our online application system. On receipt of your CV our HR team will consider your skill set in conjunction with our requirements, our values and your strengths.
By forwarding your CV and giving permission, if for any reason a suitable role is not available at this time, you will be automatically considered for future vacancies that may suit your skill set.

Employment Policies

Houghton is an Equal Opportunities employer. When recruiting, our hiring managers take an objective view and follow best practice guidelines.  We are determined that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment.

Support throughout your career

Getting started
When you join Houghton, we will give you induction training so you can familiarise yourself with your role, team and department. Over the first six months, product specialists and mentors will help you to learn all of the core skills you will need.

Long-term development
We hold individual performance reviews regularly to make sure we are getting the most out of you.  They give you the opportunity to set goals for yourself and get feedback on your continued progress.
Your development is important to us, so we will always encourage existing employees with the right experience to apply for internal opportunities as and when they arise. The more successful you are, the more we benefit from your development.

Management development
Management development is directed towards enhancing your skills and leadership ability to ensure we realise your full potential.

Houghton University
In order to support the development and training of our employees, Houghton has an online training tool called Houghton University, created in conjunction with Skillsoft.  SkillPort™ is a web-based e-Learning portal where you can access a range of training resources at work, at home, and on the road ... whenever and wherever you have the need and time.

Recruitment Process

Your application is important to us and we will make every effort to keep you informed at every stage.
We manage all vacancies through our Manchester head office, and always follow the same recruitment process:

• If your initial application is successful, you will be invited to attend an interview. If there are special requirements for your interview, such as conducting a presentation, we will let you know what to expect from the day.
• During our process for the second interview, you will also have the opportunity to meet members of the management team. We will discuss and consider your career aspirations and experience for the role you are applying for.

How to Apply

To apply for a role, please complete and submit the short form below, and upload your CV and covering letter. (You may upload either Word or PDF files, of a maximum size of 350K per file).

Once we have received your CV, we will consider your skills and strengths alongside our requirements and values. If a suitable role is not available at this time, we will automatically consider you for future vacancies that may suit your skill set.

Contact us

All recruitment for regional and head office vacancies are administered through our HR department in Trafford Park. If you would like more information, please contact:

HR Department, Houghton Plc, Beacon Road, Trafford Park, Manchester M17 1AF

T. 0161 874 5022
F. 0161 874 5001
E. info@houghton.com